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Rangiroa Ecotourism

Rangiroa is the world's second-largest atoll (ring of islands surrounding a lagoon.) From the air, the ring of islands seems almost like a goddess's necklace, laid upon the sea in a beautiful arrangement of green and blue.

Lucky travelers who've seen the beauty of Rangiroa won't soon forget the vibrant colors of the islands. From emerald to deep blue, Rangiroa offers an amazing sight to see, both from the air and with the naked eye.
Rangiroa is surrounded by two majestic oceans, the Moana-tea (the "Peaceful Ocean") and the moana-uri (the "Wild Ocean.")

Rangiroa is made up of over 240 small islets known as motus, separated by over 100 hoa, the little channels of water that consist of Rangiroa's coral ring. The middle of the gigantic lagoon in the middle o Rangiroa is called the Paio motu.

 

Rangiroa, one of the greatest dive spot in the world.

Rangiroa provides many enjoyments both on land and water. In the sea, Rangiroa offers some of the greatest dives in the world. On land, Rangiroa offers great restaurants, quaint little shops, as well as local arts and craft centers.

Rangiroa has two main cities, Avatoru and Tiputa. Avatoru, the main city, offers a post office, two churches, as well as the Perl Culture and Crafts Center. The Mayor's office and other governmental buildings for the island are also located in Avatoru.

The two cities are linked with a tar road that grants easy access for residents and tourists.

If you'd like to experience one of the greatest aquatic wonders of the world, come to Rangiroa. You won't be disappointed.

 

Photo Courtesy Tahiti Tourisme
(Copyright Raymond Sahuquet) Photo: Rangiroa activities
(Copyright Philippe Bacchet) Photo: Motu in Rangiroa

 

RANGIROA ECOTOURS

Rangiroa is an atoll that is considered one of the best dive locations in the world. Its luminous waters and white sand beaches portray a picture perfect paradise; which is what Rangiroa truly is. Spending your days on the sandy beaches of Rangiroa is a great way to vacation but there are other activities here that will allow you to get up close and personal with the surrounding nature as well as the local culture.

Pink Sand Beach takes around 90 minutes to reach from Avatoru. It is called Pink Sand Beach due to the pink reflections that are visible in the sane which are a result of the ancient coral outcrops. Visit this location for some unbelievable snorkeling and swimming opportunities.

The Blue Lagoon is another spot you can reach by boat and is characterized by breathtaking crystal blue waters. Here you can snorkel all day long in a unique and rich marine environment.

The lagoon in Rangiroa is considered a prime diving destination. The marine life here is so diverse that famous and professional divers from around the world descend here regularly to enjoy the splendor. There are two passes here which are a meeting point between the lagoon and open ocean and it is here at Tiputa and Avatoru that you will see the greatest array of marine life as the fish and other life move between the ocean and the lagoon. If you are traveling between March and December then you are likely to spot the unique looking but fabulous hammerhead shark.

An activity unique to Rangiroa is a visit to a black pearl farm. This is built over the lagoon.

Dolphin lovers will not be disappointed in Rangiroa because there are several species of dolphins that you can watch from the surface or even get into the water and snorkel with. These are spinner dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, Electra dolphins and Fraser Dolphins.

Humpback whales are another migratory visitor to Rangiroa. July to October marks the time these mammoth animals pass through Rangiroa. A view of a humpback whale is something that stays with you forever.

Rangiroa is a mecca for water lovers, marine lovers and adventurers. Whether you choose to watch from the surface or go diving with the marine life in their own habitat, you will be in awe of the sheer beauty in the lagoons of Rangiroa.

 

 

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